Nilekani wants 'best talent'

Leading the ambitious Unique Identification Database project, Nandan Nilekani, former Infosys co-chairman, is keen to take the "best people" from the government and outside in his core team.

Nilekani said that in his book, 'Imagining India', he had devoted a chapter on using technology to transform the country and was happy that he could come close to implementing it in reality with this project. "I am happy that the Prime Minister has reposed trust in me," he told PTI.

On the flexibility of drawing resources to build his core team, he said, "It is a national effort. I would look for the best people. It could be from the government, from outside".

Asked whether his former colleagues would form part of the team, he said it was too early to say. "I want the best talent," he added.